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Lee Man Fong โ€” Balinese Dancer
Lee Man Fong

Balinese Dancer

A graceful Balinese dancer is rendered in fluid, expressive brushwork, capturing the elegance and spiritual essence of traditional Indonesian dance. Lee Man Fong's masterful use of oil on masonite brings warmth and luminosity to the figure, highlighting the intricate details of the dancer's costume and ceremonial adornments. The composition reflects the artist's celebrated ability to blend Western techniques with a deep appreciation for Southeast Asian culture and imagery.

Medium
oil on masonite

๐Ÿ”จ Auction Lot

20th Century & Contemporary Art & Design Evening Sale

May 27, 2018

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Lee Man Fong, Balinese Dancer

A graceful Balinese dancer is rendered in fluid, expressive brushwork, capturing the elegance and spiritual essence of traditional Indonesian dance. Lee Man Fong's masterful use of oil on masonite brings warmth and luminosity to the figure, highlighting the intricate details of the dancer's costume and ceremonial adornments. The composition reflects the artist's celebrated ability to blend Western techniques with a deep appreciation for Southeast Asian culture and imagery.

Medium
oil on masonite
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figurative Painting, Celebrated Master, Oil On Masonite, Warm Earth Tones, Mid Century Modern, Male Artist, Indonesian Artist, Balinese Culture, Dance Subject, Exotic Orientalism, Southeast Asian Art

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